Childcare

Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) — Free Pre-K for 4-Year-Olds

Verified · October 23, 2026

Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) is a free prekindergarten program for 4- and 5-year-olds who reside in Florida. Participating children must be 4 years of age on or before September 1 of the current school year.

Call 904-208-2044 Get directions Apply / official site
Organization
Early Learning Coalition of Duval (ELC of Duval)
Address
6500 Bowden Road, Suite 290
Hours
Southside Office: Monday - Thursday 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Closed to the public on Fridays
Who qualifies
Children who reside in Florida and are 4 years of age on or before September 1 of the current school year; families can enroll that year or wait until the following year when their child is five
How to apply
Enroll through the Early Learning Coalition of Duval; call 904-208-2044 for help finding and registering for VPK
Cost
Free
Last verified
October 23, 2026

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